Loader Operator- Asphalt Plant

Rogers; United States; On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Paid vacation after 180 days

Disability insurance

Life & AD&D insurance

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Rogers Group seeks a Wheel Loader Operator for the Cross Plains Asphalt Plant in Nashville, TN. The role centers on loading aggregates for asphalt production with a front-end loader, ensuring safety and efficiency.

Required: at least 1 year of loader experience, ability to work day shifts with some weekend hours, and capability to perform general plant maintenance and labor tasks. Wage starts at $24/hour.

Qualifications

• Uncompromising focus on safety excellence.
• Have at least one year experience operating a mid-to-large wheeled front-end loader (CAT 980/988 or Komatsu WA500-8).
• Ability to perform general labor, maintenance, and clean-up around the asphalt plant.
• Experience operating heavy equipment such as track hoe, backhoe, or skid steer preferred.
• Experience working around an asphalt plant preferred.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Able to pick up new tasks quickly.
• Flexibility to work overtime and weekends.
• Pass pre-employment drug screen.
• I-9 documentation must be provided.

Responsibilities

• Operate a wheeled loader to load aggregate into bins for asphalt production.
• May operate other heavy equipment as needed by production.
• Support and clean-up around the plant; perform general labor tasks and maintenance.

Skills

Safety consciousness

Loader operation experience

General labor & maintenance

Overtime/weekend flexibility

I-9 documentation readiness

Tools

Heavy equipment operation (track hoe, backhoe, skid steer)

Job description

Rogers Group, Inc., headquartered in Nashville, is a privately held aggregates and asphalt highway construction company operating in 13 states with over 3,500 employees. RGI, established in 1908, has the distinction of being recognized as the largest privately held aggregate producer in the United States.

Rogers Group is currently seeking candidates to fill a WHEEL LOADER OPERATOR position at our Cross Plains Asphalt Plant , located in Nashville, TN . The successful candidate for this role will have previous experience operating a mid-to-large size, wheeled loader – like a CAT 980, CAT 988, Komatsu WA500-8 or similar. The successful candidate must also have an uncompromising commitment to safety excellence.

JOB DETAILS:

• Full-time
• Day shift (some weekend work required)
• Location- Rogers Group Cross Plains Asphalt Plant- Nashville, TN
• Wages starting at $24.00/hr (depends on experience)

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This role will primarily operate a wheeled loader around the plant to load aggregate products into the various bins for asphalt production.
• May also be required to operate various other pieces of heavy equipment as production needs require, and at the discretion of the plant manager and foreman.
• Duties will also include support and clean-up around the asphalt plant, general maintenance of plant and equipment, and various general labor tasks, as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Uncompromising focus on safety excellence.
• Have at least one year experience operating a mid-to-large wheeled front-end loader – similar to a CAT 980, CAT 988, or Komatsu WA500-8.
• Ability to perform general labor, maintenance, and clean-up duties around the asphalt plant, as required.
• Experience operating various pieces of heavy equipment – such as a track hoe, back hoe, and skid steer – preferred.
• Experience operating working around an asphalt plant – preferred.
• Self-motivated individual - must be able to perform required duties independently, without constant supervision.
• Ability to pick up on new tasks quickly.
• Flexibility to work overtime and weekends when necessary.
• Pass pre-employment drug screen.
• Able to provide valid documentation for the I-9 Immigration requirement.

As a Rogers Group employee, you will have access to our competitive company perks, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance plus Health Savings Account with annual company contribution .
• Company provided Group Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance.
• Retirement 401 (k) with company contribution and match at one year of service.
• Company provided Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Paid Holiday ’s including Christmas shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.
• Paid vacation available after 180-day probationary period and accrued based on years of service.
• Annual performance-based merit increases.
• Career growth/advancement opportunities.

RGI EEO Statement

It is the policy of Rogers Group, Inc. to recruit, hire, and promote individuals based on demonstrated merit and qualifications. We are committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation as protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.